Solution Architect - CRM - Senior

• Extensive experience (8+ years as per Mandatory) in developing, recommending, implementing, and managing complex technical architectures (application, data, integration, infrastructure, security) for large, distributed, cross-platform environments.
• Proven ability to lead architectural design, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and D365 best practices.
• Experience identifying and evaluating emerging technologies and architectural patterns.

• Deep hands-on experience in architecting solutions within Microsoft Dynamics 365 cloud environments (Client & F&O), including understanding of core functionalities, APIs, and data models.
• Expertise in designing solutions leveraging Microsoft Azure services relevant to D365 implementations (e.g., App Services, Networking, Security, Azure Integration Services, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage).
• Proficiency in D365 development ecosystem tools like Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse), X++, and other relevant frameworks for architectural consideration.

• Extensive experience in designing and leading the implementation of large-scale system integrations, utilizing various integration patterns, middleware technologies, and communication protocols (e.g., REST, SOAP, SFTP).
• Strong background in defining and designing conceptual, logical, and physical data models, data warehousing solutions, and data migration strategies for complex enterprise environments.

• Knowledge and experience in establishing robust strategies for version control, automated builds, testing, and deployment (CI/CD) for enterprise applications, especially within the D365 and Azure context.
• Proven understanding and practical application of performance optimization techniques across different cloud and on-premise environments for large-scale systems.

• Extensive experience in systems analysis and design within large enterprise environments, focusing on defining optimal data flows, system interoperability, and solution resilience.
• Proven experience with structured methodologies for the design, development, and implementation of complex applications and data integration solutions.
• Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g., models, roadmaps) based on established processes (e.g., Ontario Government Enterprise Architecture processes and practices).

• Demonstrated experience in facilitating, preparing, presenting, and delivering materials to governing bodies for architectural and security approvals (e.g., OPS Cyber Securities Assessment, documentation of Threat Risk Assessments, and the OPS Architectural Review Board process).
• Proven ability to lead and guide solutions successfully through these review and approval processes.

• Experience in working effectively with technical and business partners to translate complex business requirements into tangible technical architecture, information architecture, and data models.
• Ability to define and design solution approaches that address functional needs while adhering to architectural principles.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to participate in and lead discussions with business and senior leadership.
• Ability to articulate complex technical solution recommendations, explain intricate architectural concepts to non-technical audiences, and effectively document work for clarity and decision-making.

• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with a demonstrated ability to gain consensus and buy-in from diverse stakeholders (technical and non-technical colleagues, internal staff, vendors) for architectural decisions and proposed solutions.
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, fostering cooperation and successful integration of contributions.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the capacity to identify and mitigate architectural risks proactively.
• A collaborative team player with a track record for meeting deadlines and leading technical resolutions in a fast-paced environment.

• At least 8 years of extensive experience in leading the architectural design and strategic implementation of enterprise-level solutions, with a significant focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementation and solution integration within complex, distributed environments.

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